Ancient Future
World Fusion Music
Ancient Future is the first and longest running musical organization dedicated exclusively to the mission of creating world fusion music. The term was coined by bandleader Matthew Montfort in 1978 to describe Ancient Future’s unusual blend of musical traditions from around the world. BILLBOARD calls the group “trendsetters” for their early contributions to the movement, which seeks to show how people from different cultures can grow by learning from each other.
World fusion is more of a process than a genre. It is a process by which new traditions are created, and has been going on throughout history. It would be difficult to find a form of traditional music that has not at some time been influenced by the music of another culture. But current times offer the opportunity for musicians to learn music from anywhere on earth. It is the mission of Ancient Future to explore this new sonic territory while shining a light on the ancient musical knowledge of the world.
The time has definitely come for world fusion music. Ancient Future is one step ahead of the game; on their side is the philosophical parallel between global consonance and world peace. SANTA CRUZ SENTINEL
“Laying the groundwork for some of today's most successful world beat acts, Ancient Future has grown into a global village of musicians...from Africa, India, Asia, America and the Middle East. The tunes included are diverse, yet equally captivating, evoking all that is most appealing about music from a global village.” CD NOW
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December 19, 2015
Ancient Future Concerts Celebrating Matthew Montfort's New Custom...
March 07, 2015
Ancient Future Pacific Northwest Concert Tour
March 04, 2015
Original Ancient Future Reunion Concert
April 17, 2014
First Ancient Future Studio Video Released On Earth Day
February 10, 2014
Announcing The Archive Of Future Ancient Recordings By Ancient Future:...
December 09, 2013
Dickens Of A Twitter Torrent From An Ancient Future Present Starring...
November 09, 2013
Ancient Future Duet Northern California Tour Featuring Matthew Montfort...
August 18, 2013
Ancient Future "World Without Walls" Reunion Concert At The Freight And...
April 25, 2013
Ancient Future Performs At Halanda Studio In San Jose, May 11, 2013
November 22, 2012
Leader Matthew Montfort's synthesis of styles and sounds isn't superficial — he plucks the essential musicality of several traditions without discounting them. Beautiful world fusion music. — Roger Carlberg, ELECTRONIC MUSICIAN
World music pioneers. Ancient Future created the world fusion genre with its blend of Indian, African, Balinese, Middle Eastern, European, East Asian and South American music. — World Vibe, 96 Hours Weekend Entertainment Guide, SAN FRANCISCO CHRONICLE
One of world music's finest expressions. — Renee Gelpi, DIMENSIONS, Toronto
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Primary Instrument
Band/orchestra
Willing to teach
Beginner to advanced
Credentials/Background
The members of Ancient Future are all master musicians from various world music traditions. Instruction is available via Skype or in person at each member's studio. Recognized as one of the world's 100 Greatest Acoustic Guitarists, Ancient Future leader Matthew Montfort teaches all styles of guitar along with music theory and repertoire for all instruments. He helps students reach their own personal goals in music, whatever they may be, through a lesson plan customized to the student's needs. He offers private guitar lessons, music tutorials, and group classes in the San Francisco Bay Area and online. He is available to teach master classes and workshops worldwide. To contact Matthew Montfort about lessons, e-mail him at [email protected] future.com.